#Abu Dhabi

SEHHI programme launched in Abu Dhabi to encourage healthy food choices

Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre launches SEHHI programme for the community

The SEHHI programme seeks to encourage the community to consume healthy food and improve eating habits

hub

Abu Dhabi to host one of region’s largest food and healthcare storage hubs

The hub will comprise four warehouses with over 80,000m2 of capacity

World of Farming

UAE venture builder hatch & boost launches agritech startup World of Farming

World of Farming is introducing a first-of-its-kind hydroponic fodder farming methodology for the meat and dairy industry to the Middle East market

Showcasing Abu Dhabi as a prime global sporting and entertainment hub

Interview: How Flash Entertainment is showcasing Abu Dhabi as a global sporting and entertainment hub

John Lickrish, CEO of flash entertainment, tells us how the company continues to play a big role in Abu Dhabi’s recent foray into the fast-paced world of esports

Non-oil trade

Abu Dhabi’s non-oil foreign trade amounts to Dhs124bn in H1 2022

Abu Dhabi registered a 26 per cent growth in exports valued at Dhs49.5 billion during this period

Syed Basar Shueb, IHC’CEO

International Holding Company’s H1 2022 net profit rises 137 per cent to Dhs10.35bn

The holding company’s revenue grew by 121 percent to Dhs21.93bn in the first six months of 2022

Abu Dhabi Fertiglobe

Abu Dhabi’s Fertiglobe delivers revenue growth of 105% to $1.471bn

The fertiliser company, a joint venture between ADNOC and OCI, reported that its free cash flow increased to $789m in Q2 2022 from $328m in Q2 2021

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IHC subsidiary Ghitha Holding reports Dhs80.6m in profit for Q2 2022, a 471% rise over last year

Ghitha reported robust numbers led by its revenue reaching Dhs576m, which shows a growth of 276 per cent from Q1 2021

ADNOC Second-Gas-Discovery

ADNOC announces second gas discovery from Offshore Block 2 Exploration Concession

According to ADNOC, the discovery from a new deeper reservoir indicates between 1–1.5 trillion standard cubic feet of raw gas

Abu Dhabi pharmacies to give Covid vaccine and PCR tests

Abu Dhabi pharmacies will offer free Covid vaccines and Dhs40 PCR tests

Several pharmacies have successfully completed courses certified by DoH to administer these vaccinations

Alpha Dhabi registers net profit of 7.9bn/ image: Getty images

Abu Dhabi-based Alpha Dhabi announces net profit of Dhs7.9bn in H1 2022

The group achieved revenues of Dhs17.1bn, up considerably year-on-year from Dhs5.5bn for the same period last year

Gulf deals

Cash-rich Gulf funds splurge on mega deals as liquidity dries up

The region’s largest sovereign wealth funds have been involved in at least $28.6bn worth of acquisitions outside the Middle East and Africa this year

Adnoc loistics and services acquires Zakher Marine

Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC L&S acquires Zakher Marine International

The acquisition strengthens ADNOC L&S’ position as region’s largest shipping and integrated logistics company, growing its total fleet to more than 300 vessels

Hub71 legal

Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 and Clara partner to digitise startups’ legal needs

VC-backed Clara is digitising and automating startup legals, empowering founders to take control of their legal function and significantly reduce legal fees

Deutsche Bank

Abu Dhabi fund hires Deutsche Bank executive for real estate

Drew Goldman’s appointment is effective October 3

Al Seer Marine to expand freight solutions' offering globally

Abu Dhabi’s Al Seer Marine expands to provide freight solutions for bulk cargo globally

The subsidiary will focus on delivering effective and efficient freight services for cargo interests internationally, focused on the Middle East market

Injazat Martin

UAE-based Injazat appoints Martin Yates as chief technology officer

Yates will oversee the company’s new phase of expansion with an increased focus on sustainability, cybersecurity, next-generation cloud and applications

Abu Dhabi records over AED 22.5 billion total of real estate transactions in first half of 2022

Abu Dhabi records real estate transactions worth Dhs22.5bn in H1 2022

The Department of Municipalities and Transport recorded 7,474 property transactions in the first six months of the year

G42 Healthcare, Oxford Nanopore sign agreement

Oxford Nanopore’s advanced sequencing technology offers a more in-depth understanding of the biology of humans, bacteria and viruses

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Argentem Creek to set up regional HQ in Abu Dhabi, partners with ADIO

The partnership, formed as part of ADIO’s Dhs2bn Innovation Programme, aims to increase investment opportunities in the region

Hub71 launches outliers 2022

Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 launches second edition of ‘The Outliers’ for startups

Startups will aim to solve the challenges of organisations such as DCT – Abu Dhabi, Department of Health – Abu Dhabi, Thales, Aldar and Cars24

Abu Dhabi Chamber announces digital services on TAMM

Abu Dhabi Chamber introduces smart government services on TAMM 

Customers can now access a curated package of smart services through four main channels such as customer service centres, contact centres, the TAMM website and smart app

UAE President

UAE President orders Dhs1.5bn housing benefits to Abu Dhabi citizens

The benefit will cover more than 1,100 beneficiaries in the emirate

Red Cross Abu Dhabi

International Committee of the Red Cross to open office in Abu Dhabi

The UAE government signed an agreement with the International Committee of the Red Cross to establish the office

Free parking Abu Dhabi

Free public parking in Abu Dhabi shifted to Sundays instead of Fridays

The regulation will come into effect from July 15

hybrid work

Key to success: Making hybrid work accessible for everyone

Being competitive and building a resilient workforce requires a commitment to inclusivity, which must be represented in all hybrid work tools

Abu Dhabi Colombia

Abu Dhabi, Colombia collaborate to boost energy sector

The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy and Ministry of Mines and Energy of Colombia will explore opportunities for financing projects in energy areas including use, and storage of hydrogen

UAE leaders pardon prisoners

UAE leaders pardon more than 1,600 prisoners before Eid Al Adha

This is an attempt to give prisoners an opportunity to start a new life and alleviate their families’ hardships

GE Digital

ADDED, GE Digital partner to accelerate digital transformation in Abu Dhabi’s manufacturing sector

Both organisations will adopt circular economy strategies to drive a more productive, advanced and innovative sector while reducing greenhouse gas emissions

Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi - CEO of Miral

Encouraging Emirati talent to grow in the leisure and entertainment sector

Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, CEO of Miral tells us about training Emirati talent in the leisure and entertainment sector of the region